Irmo is a suburb of Columbia with a population of 12,087. Irmo is in Richland County and is one of the best places to live in South Carolina. Living in Irmo offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Irmo there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Irmo and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Irmo are highly rated.

Downtown Irmo has Irmo Town Park. Shopping is excellent at the Irmo Station Shopping Center, the West Friarsgate Shopping Center, and the Irmo Village Shopping Center. Health care services are available at the Irmo Medical Center.